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Monday, 30 June 2025

Odd Bods, A VC Winner, And Disabled Students In India


 

The Odd Bods support of  the Raphael Centre for children with disabilities was influenced by a decorated WW2 Pilot.

The Ryder-Cheshire Foundation was established in 1959 by Group Captain Lord Cheshire and Baroness Ryder of Warsaw, bringing together their independent humanitarian efforts. Geoffrey Leonard Cheshire, Baron Cheshire, VC, OM, DSO & Two Bars, DFC, a highly decorated WWII airman, and Sue Ryder, who worked with the Special Operations Executive, both established homes for the sick, disabled, and destitute after the war. Their combined work led to the establishment of the first joint home, Raphael, in India in 1959. 

Friends of the Odd Bods now support 4 students at Raphael, and from time to time make special donations. Many members of the association make donations to our Ryder/Cheshire fund when completing their annual subscription.

If you have ever wondered what sort of work Raphael does, here is a video that illustrates the variety of activities and particularly the joyful participation of students.

Sunday, 8 June 2025

Bomber Command Commemorative Service AWM Canberra 2025


A cold and foggy morning greeted attendees at the 2025 Bomber Command Commemorative Service in Canberra on Sunday 1st. June, including Odd Bods committee member Jan Dimmick. 

Jan was invited to attend the service by BCAA and we
are lucky enough to have a photographic record of Jan's trip including a visit to the RAAF Base Wagga.







Thank you to Sally Dimmick for providing our photos.